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Children’s Opera Theatre

Studies show that a positive experience with arts education not only encourages a lifelong relationship with the arts, but often opens the windows of curiosity leading to a new enthusiasm and discipline for learning in general.

Fort Worth Opera and Children’s Opera Theatre are dedicated to expanding the horizons of young people across the state of Texas, while concentrating our efforts in North Texas. Since 1972, Fort Worth Opera has opened millions of young minds to the colorful and exciting world of opera.


2007-2008 Children’s Opera Theatre Productions

Hansel and Gretel

This shortened version of the classic opera by 19th Century Composer Engelbert Humperdinck is one of children’s all time favorites. The traditional fairy-tale story follows a young brother and sister on their journey through the forest and eventual triumph over evil, but hilarious, witch. Ask about our Interactive Version of this show in which your school’s students perform along-side our professional artists (additional fees apply).
Download the Hansel and Gretel Teacher Guide

Carmenella

A combination of the story of Cinderella and the music of Bizet’s famous opera Carmen, this opera places the familiar heroine in Spain and sends her to a bullfight rather than a ball.  Cleverly adapted by Denise Page Caraher, the opera has an anti-violence theme and is chock full of familiar tunes from one of the most popular operas of all time.
Download the Carmenella Teacher Guide

Children’s Opera Theatre production highlights

  • Productions appropriate for pre-K-6th grade
  • 45 minutes in length with Q and A session
  • Sung in English
  • TEACHER GUIDE provided with each booking includes pre and post opera activities and worksheets to integrate opera into student’s existing curriculum
  • Professionally directed, costumed and staged
  • Professional singers and musicians from the FWOpera Studio perform
  • A FUN and UNFORGETTABLE experience!

In-School Performances

In-school performances for the 2007-2008 school year are available for booking. We travel state-wide (additional fees apply), and our flexible self-sufficient productions can be performed in almost any venue, large or small. Booking fees are based on a per-student fee of $2.00 with a minimum $500.00 per performance. Call and ask about special early-bird discounts!

Available booking dates:
January 7 to April 4, 2008

Field Trip Opportunities

If your school prefers to go off-campus for their opera experience, or doesn’t have the facility for a performance, then bring your students to the Scott Theater. Our performances at the Scott in the spring of each year make for a perfect field trip. Situated in the heart of the Cultural District in Fort Worth, the Scott Theater is in walking distance from the Museum of Science and History, the Kimbell, the Modern, the Amon Carter and the new Cowgirl Hall of Fame.

Donating Opera to Students

Donating an on-site performance or field trip of Children’s Opera is a wonderful way to enrich the lives of underprivileged children. This year, at least 30 Children’s Opera performances were held in schools located in low-income areas thanks to community support. For more information, go to "Support" or contact Suzy Williams, Director of Development at (817) 731-0833 ext. 14.

For More Information

Contact Clyde Berry, Director of Education at (817) 731-0833 ext. 19 or clyde@fwopera.org



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